Shon Le Blanc

owner of The Costume Shop in North Hollywood

Shon Le Blanc on KCRW

Halloween is just 10 days away. But LA County has discouraged trick-or-treating and prohibited large gatherings like parties.

With no big Halloween parties, how is one LA costume shop owner staying in business?

Halloween is just 10 days away. But LA County has discouraged trick-or-treating and prohibited large gatherings like parties.

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